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“The Lockean/liberal ‘overthrow’ of monarchy has resulted in the broad (postmodern) social constructive power explained by Mill. If Mill’s liberal solutions – deliberation and the harm principle – cannot counter this power, liberalism has actually made us less free, not more."
…In other words, does deliberation solve the problem that this kind of power (which Mill is talking about) is constructing norms and truths?
You can argue in favor of this prompt or in opposition to it. Have the paper consist of 4 paragraphs: an introduction, a paragraph supporting your argument, a counter-argument paragraph that challenges the basis of your original position, and a conclusion paragraph. In conclusion, indicate why you remain in favor of your position despite that which might counter it. Please cite the 3 sources listed 6 or more times. I have also attached the official instructions.